My husband is a big fan of the podcast Meateater and an owner of the chef's cookbook, so when we decided to take a trip to Austin, Dai Due was a must. Upon arriving, we were sat and able to see right into the kitchen area which was very cool. We enjoyed the Sourdough and Gulf Shrimp as appetizers. The sourdough was very uniquely brown but very good, the bread was buttery and the accompanying lard was just amazingly sweet. I got the grouper and my husband got the wild boar chops. I literally grabbed a spoon and drank the sauce that was served with the fish. It was one of the best things I've ever eaten. The boar was cooked perfectly and served with an amazing mustard. If you're not doing apps, definitely suggest a side with the boar. We ended our night with a DIVINE pecan tart and bourbon ice cream. If you're in Austin and you like farm-to-table, meat forward dishes- dai due is the place for you. Only a quick 10 min drive from downtown (even in rush hour traffic!!) read more

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This whole place was wonderful. I had the iced green mint tea and it was light and refreshing. We had the pecan sticky bun which was good, if a little overdone. We both had the central Texas breakfast with antelope sausage and enjoyed ourselves very much. Super cool place to visit when in Austin. read more

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Oh my gosh!! 10/10 absolutely recommend Dai Due. First off our waitress was amazing. Unfortunately I didn't catch her name, but she was so friendly, had amazing recs, convinced us to come back for brunch and made our time there great. We got the carnitas flautas, boar chop, fries, meatballs, burger, and cabbage The table favorite was carnitas flautas, burger, and boar chop, but I recommend it all! Overall, great time and food! Great vibe for a group or date night! read more

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Meh, overall a fine meal but wouldn't necessarily go back. The space is cute. Butcher shop in front and we sat at a quaint little table in the back, which is a nice area. I do think if you come it's worth sitting in the back area. The menu has a couple of things we found interesting but in the end none of the dishes left much of an impression. We grabbed: beef tartare, foie gras (this looked pretty cute at least), wild boar carnitas, black drum, wild boar chop, carrots, beef fat fries. The carrots was a random choice for us but ended up being probably our favorite dish. read more

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One of my favorite places to eat in Austin. Best pastrami sandwich I've ever had. Love that they don't use seed oils, I always leave super full but not feeling miserable. Service is just okay--they're always busy and I don't think there's any support staff--but that's not why I go. The food is I'm telling youuu The place is cute, dining room is small so make a reservation. Patio is great when weather permits. I love to sit at the bar and watch them cook. read more

Dai Due - Pastrami sandwich - Butcher Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Dai Due is the one restaurant I take anyone visiting town and save for a special brunch. They source local and upon walking in all the ingredients displayed and bread lets you know it will be an experience. I recommend trying brunch first as a first timer and the Central Texas Breakfast is a must. The antelope sausage with the grits, potato, biscuit and egg is flavor you won't forget. The sausage is so flavorful and doesn't leave a heavy feel.The grits are the perfect buttery combination and texture. The plate is shareable size and if you share you can try a breakfast pastry as well. The staff is always friendly and happy to answer any question you may have. read more

Dai Due - Butcher Near Me - Austin, Texas

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First time date night spot! If you're looking for a high quality, simple, and yummy spot, Dai Due is your restaurant! For all my meat lovers, you're getting locally sourced, high quality meat. We ordered boar flautas and they exceeded my expectations! It was filled with meat and the flavoring was rich and delicious, we had to drink every bit of the soup. We ordered porkchop, antelope, and french fries to share. It was our first time having antelope and you could taste the freshness and how tender the cut was. The porkchop was juicy and flavorful. If you have a good cut of meat, there isnt too much spices you need to put on it! French fries were good as well but nothing special! We sat outside on the patio and they had heaters which made it nice and comfortable. Service was quick and she was knowledgeable of the menu. I will definitely be back! I don't feel gross after eating out because of how healthy and clean every dish was! read more

Dai Due - Outside - Butcher Near Me - Austin, Texas

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We were really excited to try Dai Due after hearing so many great recommendations, but unfortunately we left disappointed. While the restaurant leans heavily into an "authentic" Austin vibe, we found the meats to be just okay for the price point, which felt quite high. The drink selection is also very limited--only beer and wine, with just a few options. Service was friendly and attentive. We were seated outside due to our reservation, but noticed several inside tables remained empty throughout our meal, which was a bit frustrating. This spot seems ideal if you're looking for that classic Austin atmosphere and experience, but it wasn't the right fit for our family. read more

We were seated on the patio, which on a 90° Texas summer day is not always ideal. It also wasn't requested in my reservation so I'm not sure if we just happened to get the short end of the stick. They did have fans out on the patio but honestly, it did not help and the flies were absolutely horrendous, it significantly took away from the experience and the small fans on the table did not make much of a difference. My husband got the Nilgai dish and it was so chewy it was almost inedible. Maybe if we had been seated inside it would've made a difference in experience (besides the 1 dish that was sub par). We also frequent restaurants in the summer here and don't mind a patio experience but this one was just unfortunate. read more

I kept wanting to come here.... Maybe had this place on my radar for a decade before trying it out. It was good, not mind blowing to be on the top of food magazines, but it was a decent meal. Dai due apparently is from part of an Italian saying that champions their approach to sourcing everything locally, although we can safely say this restaurant is not an Italian restaurant. Perhaps more on the new American side? Cute outdoor area with a comfortable inside and good service. Easy date spot or a casual lunch or dinner for sure. Everything was serviceable. Don't come here expecting a traditional taste when it comes to everything. The flautas are thicker and more meat forward. Hand pies have a thicker, harder shell that doesn't flake much. Cheeseburger has a taste that doesn't remind you of a quintessential American burger. Heck, even the fries come with a beet-based ketchup. If you're not looking for that, this is not the place for you. I have to admit, the fries were not doing it for me. I enjoyed the quail and the star of the show was the okra. Tender with a roasted taste while being vegetal still, it was a great side to add. Runner up was the root beer-esque (sassafras tasting) ice cream for our special occasion. Overall, it was nice but not earth shattering. I was in and out quite quickly. Don't expect a 5 star experience. If you're ok with recently wiped down seats with streaks of water and the candle being lit at your table before you sit, you should have a fairly decent meal for the night. read more

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When you look at the menu it seems like a lot of things you wouldn't eat but you get all clean ingredients and executed so well it's surprisingly a home run. Service is okay. They don't let you substitute that much. Ambiance is nice but tight parking outside so be warned. Coffee place next door. Recommend flautas and the central Texas breakfast and pastries and fries. And pastrami sandwich was awesome, too. Definitely recommend but we warned most of meat here is exotic meat. read more

Elevated dining experience with a very refined and creative menu. They really go out of there to come up with unique dishes and interesting flavors. Everything works. The fish and chips were perfect. Nice crunchy batter and flaky white fish. The fries were incredible. Cooked in beef tallow they were dripping in delicious goodness. The beef rib was outstanding. Fall off the bone tender and flavors that pop. This was our favorite. The sourdough bread cooked in their wood burning oven was an amazing starter. Service was excellent and friendly. Service was outstanding. read more

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Ok I'm calling it - the best steak I have ever eaten - I'm ruined forever because it will never be beaten, perfectly cooked, buttery, melt in your mouth, who needs a steak knife it could cut with a spoon. The rest of the meal was also delicious, the bread, the chicken liver pate, the sides - and service was perfect, not rushed, everything with a smile. I might relocate to Austin just for that steak! read more

I love Dai Due because they always have such unique options. Everything is made with quality meats and ingredients. The Longhorn Burger and Rueben Sandwich are different, but still takes a top spot for burgers/sandwiches I have had in Austin! The desserts were great as well, and the peach seasonal pie was my favorite. They usually always have reservations open, and wait staff is attentive and kind. My only critique is that the prices are a little high for the portion sizing, but I understand and it's worth it. read more

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Everything we ate was excellent, and the service was warm and friendly. They even accommodated our dog on the patio (as we were traveling home from a vacation). read more

Visit Date: July 20, 2024 We came here to eat brunch after spotting it on the Michelin-hopefuls article written by Eater Austin. They have a very small parking lot, so you have to be lucky. I'm sure there are residential streets nearby you could use and then walk to the door. It is a restaurant with a cozy atmosphere, and great service. We shared the cinnamon roll, klobasnek, and pork flautas appetizer. All 3 were good and the cinnamon roll wasn't too sweet. I got the pastrami sandwich which was amazing!! They have an extensive menu and I'd love to return to try their bolder meat dishes and desserts. read more

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Solid brunch spot. Highly recommend getting the central Texas breakfast which comes with eggs, potatoes, grits, sausage, scone, jam, and butter. Everything was SO delicious. Vibes were great and service was excellent. They're on the Michelin guide and I'd say it's worth visiting for sure. read more

Dai Due - Butcher Near Me - Austin, Texas

Had a mimosa, the biscuits and gravy with scrambled eggs + nilgai sausage, and also the butterscotch pudding with pecans. Highly recommend! read more

Dai Due - Biscuits and Gravy - Butcher Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Fellow adventurous palate friends will adore this Texas sourced butcher/restaurant. The flavors in each item even down to the coffee served was bright and clearly well thought out. We started with coffee(Third Coast Double French), Palmiers, and the Cold Meat charcuterie board. Honestly the board itself could be a simple meal for 2 people on its own. Lots of different options and healthy portions of everything offered. Chicken liver mousse is always a win for me, but the real star of the show needed up being the wild boar rillettes. We then shared the delicious Sunday Chicken Fried Quail (again, another Full plate literally and flavor-wise) with a side of the Nilgai breakfast sausage because I just had to try it as I've never seen antelope on a menu before. A lean, good meat that reminds me of eating Elk back in my home state of WI. This would have been a 5 star review, but we had an uncomfortable brush with the hostess trying to seat us in a corner by the serving window when all but 1 of the outside tables were open. We had a reservation in advance for outside for my husband's birthday that day and I got some pushback when I asked for a table under the vine covered outdoor area. She tried to tell me that those were for larger parties, even though multiple tables were there same exact size she was trying to seat us at. The hour and a half we were there only 2 more tables were filled outside so I'm not sure why we got attitude, but it definitely started us on the wrong foot feeling unwelcome . That being said our waiter was genuinely kind, wonderfully attentive, and gave knowledgeable, in depth answers to our questions about some of the food options that were unfamiliar to us. read more

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The food was out of this world, the meat quality was amazing and the flavor was superb. The ambiance was okay nothing to write home about but I was there to eat. The service was not lacking at all. Our server knew all about the menu and lead us down the right path when choosing our meal read more

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Dai due lived up to the hype! We went for brunch today and were immediately seated. Everything was Texas sourced, with an emphasis on wild/game meat. The menu changes often, which I love. We were pleasantly surprised with the pancake with plum syrup. It was giving more Dutch baby than the standard flan jack you think of when you order pancakes. We added an egg to the biscuits and gravy and I was impressed with how perfectly it was cooked. My only iffy was the breakfast sandwich.. it was giving more smoke than flavor, but it was well worth the price. read more

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I have very fond memories of Dai Due not just because of it's great food and atmosphere, but because it was one of the first restaurants my wife and I ate at when we first moved to Austin several years ago! I've returned countless times over the years, and each visit has been consistently delicious and amazing. Dai Due is Austin farm-to-table food at it's best! What strikes me the most about Dai Due's food is how clean it is. I've always left on a very full belly but never feeling gross or heavy. It's a testament to their commitment to high quality, organic, locally sourced foods and love they put into every dish. From original drinks like their Black Yaupon Iced Tea (yum!) to the Beef fat french fries (double yum!), this is everything quintessential Austin in a restaurant you could want. Biscuits and gravy ain't your momma's biscuits and gravy, as Dai Due's twist on it, includes nilgai antelope breakfast sausage. I don't even know what that is, but it's DELICIOUS and you must try it! Hot, flaky, made from scratch biscuits, with the antelope sausage that give a smokey, rich flavor. Sour dough pancakes are to die for and offer a unique, fresh take on a streusel. Apple syrup, cheddar ricotta, and brown-butter pecan is a unique flavor combination that will satisfy both your sweet and savory cravings. Fluffy, hot, and fresh, can't beat 'em! If you're a meat-eater and love being adventurous, than anything wild boar you must have here! The Grilled Wild Boar Filipino Longanisa with garlic rice, eggplant salad, fried onions, fried egg and chives, is incredible and a nice-sized filling dish. Sourdough with butter and jam is simply the perfect breakfast compliment to whatever you're having as your main course. Simple, but so delicious. The incredibly smooth and creamy butter paired with fresh jam you spread on hot, flaky, fresh sourdough bread makes my soul happy. Chef's kiss! No matter what you order here, do not skip out on the in-house made Tallow-fried donut holes! These donut holes rival any major donut spot in the Austin surrounding area, including Round Rock Donuts glazed donuts, which is saying a lot! They have a more natural, frosty white glaze color, and a weighty thickness to them, so every bite feels is full and robust, but not overwhelming. Pairing this with a fresh cup of coffee gives you the perfect sugar + caffeine combo to get your day going. The interior can be a bit tight, but families of four and larger parties can be seated comfortably at booths easily. Service is always on point and friendly, with wait staff very attentive and on time with refilling your water, taking your order, and making sure your food service is flowing at a good pace. There is also some outside seating under a covered patio area, so you can enjoy your food without getting sun-crisped. Atmosphere is a foodie's delight :) Lively, fun, lots of beautiful wood decor, a full bar, and even an attached butcher's shop at the far end of the restaurant! You can eat your food, then buy your favorite cut of meat to take home! If you're curious about the best of Austin's farm-to-table scene, Dai Due is the place to start. Your taste buds will thank you over and over again! read more

Tallow-fried flautas, the burger, and the central texas breakfast are must haves. Everything cooked is wood fired and made with extreme quality. Also, the pancake is ridiculously delicious. Considering the quality, everything is reasonably priced. read more

One of the best meals I had in Austin! Sat outside and they had heat lamps for us. Service was superb. Every dish was good. I loved the shrimp with some chili oil sauce. They know what they're doing with their meats!! I loved the stuffed quail and the pork! read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in Austin. I've tried everything on the menu and they do not miss! It's always DELICIOUS! The staff delivers top notch service with a warm and inviting energy. Cannot say enough great things about Dai Due! read more

This place does their mission statement so well! Everything is so fresh and good! I sat on the patio which was lovely and cool thanks to their control over air flow. The flautas were unreal and same with the tomato salad. I hadn't really tried boar before so the burger was probably not for me but I could tell from the other ingredients that it was a good boar burger! One complaint would be that this place doesn't have regular sodas but that's probably because they really focus on EVERYTHING being from the region. read more

Dai Due - Fries and boar burger - Butcher Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Cool vibe at this place. We got the sourdough with the beef tartare to start & that was a good call. Know that otherwise the tartare doesn't really come with anything. The burger was ok but the beef fat fries were great & I especially liked the shishito peppers. Service was solid but a little slow. It was busy for a Thursday night. read more

Dai Due - Cheeseburger - Butcher Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Phenomenal! I loved how fresh and beautifully plated everything was! Our server was so nice and attentive. We got the antelope, sourdough bread with lard, carrots, and the lamb meatballs. The sauce on the antelope was actually a tad too spicy for my preference but I absolutely would die for the carrots, WOW! The meatballs were good and the sourdough was also very good! It was a little crunchy so I had to be careful of my teeth and it was a lil chewy. Otherwise; amazing! I loved everything about this experience and will definitely be back and will continue to recommend this place to others. The menu changes frequently as everything is locally sourced and I find that so exciting to be able to try new things every time! read more

Great experience at the bar. Great service, food and ambiance. Started with the best bread combo I've had in Austin. Sourdough with a seasonal lard butter. We had fig. Ordered simply and got burgers and fries. Fries were impeccable. So crisp and had some great homemade dipping sauces. Beet ketchup and chili mayo. Can't wait to come back and try more dishes. When a burger is served with this much care I can imagine how the other dishes will be. read more

Dai Due - Beef fat French fries with beet ketchup and chile mayonnaise Dry aged longhorn cheeseburger - Butcher Near Me - Austin, Texas

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My rating is based upon a serious failure to meet the expectations of a Michelin Bib Gourmand recommended restaurant. I have been to Dai Due several times and I was always pleased in the past. Last night my wife and I were both quite disappointed. We each ordered a main course and a side of okra to share. The okra was very good. On the other hand, my pork chop was seriously overdone. Overdone so that it was tough, dry, tasteless, and there was literally not a drop of juice on the plate. It should have been rich, juicy and flavorful. I have been grilling meat for longer than their chefs have been alive, and a competent chef can tell by the feel of the meat when it is cooked to the correct temperature. They didn't bother or care how it was done. My wife's hamburger was also over-cooked and dry, very dry. This just shows a lack of caring and attention that one expects from a Bib Gourmand level restaurant. Obviously, quality controls have taken a nosedive. You do not earn kudos by being complacent. I know we should have complained and ordered something else, but we had time constraints, and my wife fears chef-retaliation when their work is challenged. Besides, it should not be necessary to complain at a really good restaurant. Food like that should not be allowed out of their kitchen. As a side note, the noise level is pretty high, especially hearing a chef yell out orders to the other chefs. I think there is some background music, but the overall din made it hard to tell. read more

The food is unique and tasty The staff is very friendly with good recommendations based on how adventurous your palate is and WILL recommend the dishes you'd like Mushroom + Bread is a great app Ambiance is nice, reminds me of a really nice restaurant in the sticks If you want a basic steak meal this isn't the place, but if you want an experience this is the spot A lot of esoteric dishes, everything was well portioned and honestly fairly priced for the plate size read more

Dai Due has a pretty unique menu and restaurant space. There is a butcher shop in the front and the restaurant is back. All of their ingredients is local and a farm to table establishment. They have some unique items that you won't see at other places. They have a lot of wild game meat that makes this place a truly unique dining experience. We got the lettuce wraps and the breakfast sandwich. The lettuce wraps can also be great as an appetizer and is something that is easily shareable. The breakfast sandwich was delicious! With antelope sausage, scrambled eggs, onions, cheddar cheese, and hot honey. Everything worked really well together and the quality of the meat and the ingredients really set this place a part. The experience and service were all fantastic. It is hard to get a unique dining experience in Austin much less anywhere else in the country. read more

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One of my never ending journey is finding a good burger and Dai Due is always mentioned as one of the best burgers in Austin. The burger came out a bit tipped over but no worries it was easily fixed. The burger was delicious very juicy and full of savory beef flavor and the cheese gelled it all together. I wished the fires portion was a bit larger but overall a nice meal. Not the cheapest burger in town but it is a nice treat! The service was speedy and the restaurant has nice decor and the other half is a butcher market. It was closed during our dinner but looked interesting! read more

Dai Due - Hamburger - Butcher Near Me - Austin, Texas

Excellent service! Delicious food! Awesome opportunity to try different foods like boar and antelope sausages! The meat and cheese boards were extremely tasty. The sourdough pancake was awesome as was the Italian sub. The Texas breakfast was as super yummy and the cemita was huge and delicious. Definitely worth a trip if you're going to be in Austin! read more

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Wow. I just remembered to post this because my family group text is STILL talking about this incredible meal days later. Everything was incredible. Everyone was entirely too pleased with their meals. I made this reservation for my Mom's birthday and she was so happy. My family from Florida have had Dai Due on their list ever since watching Meat Eater. I will forever rave about this place, their service, their ambiance and their food. If you haven't been, please make it a point to go! read more

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I've been here several times over the last few years and have always thought it was a 10/10 experience. I do recommend coming with a reservation, because they are always pretty busy. However, I have come here twice in a group of 3 without a reservation and gotten seated quickly at the bar. Nevertheless, if you want a table, book one in advance! :) The menu does change pretty often, but I've tried a good amount and everything has been delicious. The grilled mushrooms is always a showstopper for me! Also, the meat is all top-notch. It is a butcher shop + restaurant combo, so this makes sense! This is definitely a restaurant on the pricier side, so it's great for special occasions or when parents are in town. They have indoor and outdoor seating, and service is always pretty good. read more

Dai due is hands down our favorite restaurant in Austin. The antelope steak frittes was my fiances favorite meal ever, period. This place is unique in so many ways and the foods execution is next level. The flavors are harmonious and take you on a unique culinary experience. We've had brunch here before and it was epic as well. The burger was truly the best burger we've ever had!! Whether brunch or dinner, this place delivers! Can't wait to go again as we already have our next meal from here picked out read more

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The loveliest of settings, from the cozy indoors with accented wooden chairs and booths to an outdoor patio with beautifully strung lights, Dai Due is perfect for a date night or intimate dinner and drinks. The food is also outstanding, and in my opinion, possibly makes it one of the best restaurants in Austin. We ordered the shrimp appetizer, quail and sides of french fries and zuchhini. The shrimp was cooked on a skewer and coated in a creamy pesto. The fries are not to be missed - especially the beet ketchup, which can't quite be described, but is exceptional. Overall, a delicious meal in a beautiful setting. read more

Food was absolutely phenomenal! One of the best meals my husband and I have had in a very long time. Also, surprisingly very affordable for the quality of the food. The centex & flautas were to die for! read more

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The front of the restaurant is a deli/butcher shop, and the actual restaurant is in the back (where the host stand is). The restaurant had a rustic modern feel to it. It's not a large restaurant so we made a reservation for brunch via OpenTable. Service was friendly! The food was pretty good, but definitely a bit pricey for the amount of food you're getting. The Nilgai Antelope wraps were delicious! A nice spin to the traditional Korean lettuce wraps. My brother ordered the Cemita Ahogada, which looked like a sandwich dunked in broth. He enjoyed it, but didn't offer raving sentiments. Parking itself was convenient since there was a lot adjacent to the restaurant. read more

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